Quote by Edith Hamilton

The fundamental fact about the Greek was that he had to use his mind. The ancient priests had said, Thus far and no farther. We set the limits of thought. The Greek said, All things are to be examined and called into question. There are no limits set on thought.

The fundamental fact about the Greek was that he had to use

Summary

This quote highlights the contrasting perspectives between the Greeks and ancient priests. It underscores the Greek belief in the power of critical thinking and exploration of knowledge. While the priests imposed limits on thinking, the Greeks emphasized the importance of questioning and examining all aspects of life. This quote ultimately signifies the Greek mindset of intellectual curiosity and their unwavering pursuit to challenge conventional wisdom and expand the boundaries of human understanding.

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By Edith Hamilton

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